An acknowledgement of country will take place at the beginning of every Waratah-Wynyard Council meeting after a motion was passed at Monday night’s meeting. The motion to acknowledge the Tommeginne people was put forward by Deputy Mayor Mary Duniam. Mayor Robby Walsh welcomed the decision. “I think it’s quite appropriate and a step in the right direction,” he said. “We do it at most of our celebrations and I think a council meeting is another appropriate place for it.” The council acknowledges indigenous peoples at the community events, including Australia Day and the Wynyard Tulip Festival. A presentation of indigenous history and culture is at Wonders of Wynyard. While you’re here, did you know you can get breaking news and daily headlines delivered straight to your email inbox? Sign up here.